Ransom
Veteran Member
- Joined
- Aug 29, 2016
- Messages
- 29
- Location
- United States
- Vessel Name
- Cocoa Beach
- Vessel Make
- Marine Trader Tradewinds 43'
As we are Very close to purchasing our boat, the list of 'Must Haves' is being weighed out. We believe it would give a little more Peace of Mind to have a Halon or other system in this engine room, but wanted to put it out to the Forum to help gather a little more information. I have heard that a Diesel will continue to RUN on Halon, and that an electrical solenoid must be put in line to Shut Off air intake, should the system be activated. Would anyone with first hand knowledge please chime in. The system would be for a 43' with twins.
Our Surveyor mentioned at least putting in a small access port to the engine room, where a Large Hand Held Extinguisher could be used - without having to open a larger hatch - thus letting in more Air for a fire.
Thanks,
Tamara & Kim
Our Surveyor mentioned at least putting in a small access port to the engine room, where a Large Hand Held Extinguisher could be used - without having to open a larger hatch - thus letting in more Air for a fire.
Thanks,
Tamara & Kim